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''Intriguing, propulsive and profoundly disturbing, this is a fearless look into the dark heart of family politics from a naturally gifted storyteller''JONATHAN COE''Magnificent, indelible . . . That a young British novelist, on his first try, should have so effectively taken up a gauntlet laid down by the greatest American novelist of an era [Toni Morrison] might seem surprising. But maybe not . . . Enriching his story with detail and above all heart, Lloyd has crafted a lasting allegory of our dark historical time''NEW YORK TIMES''Stylish, puzzling, mystical . . . Fervour marks the arrival of an intriguing and intelligent new voice''FINANCIAL TIMES''A suspenseful debut novel that propels the reader deep into the heart of an idiosyncratic family''OBSERVER''A rich and dark stew that mixes ingredients from the Bible and the headlines, with a biting send-up of the vampiric nature of writing itself''DAILY MAIL''Remarkable . . . a work of real poignancy''MAIL ON SUNDAY''Darkly comedic in parts, yet deeply disturbing and utterly compelling, Fervour is an exceptional debut novel''JENNIE GODFREY, AUTHOR OF THE LIST OF SUSPICIOUS THINGSTHE ROSENTHALS ARE NOT LIKE OTHER FAMILIESHannah and Eric are devout Jews living in North London with their three children and Eric''s father Yosef, a Holocaust survivor. Both intellectually gifted and deeply unconventional, the Rosenthals believe in the literal truth of the Old Testament and in the presence of God (and evil) in daily life.As Hannah prepares to publish a sensationalist account of Yosef''s years in war-torn Europe - unearthing a terrible secret from his time in the camps- Elsie, her perfect daughter, starts to come undone. And then, in the wake of Yosef''s death, she disappears. When she returns, just as mysteriously as she left, she is altered in disturbing ways.Witnessing the complete transformation of her daughter, Hannah begins to suspect that Elsie has delved too deep into the labyrinths of Jewish mysticism and got lost among shadows. But for Elsie''s brother Tovyah, a brilliant but reclusive student at Oxford, the truth is much simpler: his sister is the product of a dysfunctional family, obsessed with empty rituals and unbridled ambition.But who is right? And how can they stop the darkness from engulfing Elsie forever?''Extraordinary. . . A tremendous debut from a strikingly talented new writer''KIRKUS (starred review)''Gripping and powerful . . . Fans of Isaac Bashevis Singer and Stephen King alike will thrill to this superb modern folk tale''PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)''In this debut that explores identity, faith, and folklore . . . the dynamics are acutely observed, the characters vividly realised, and the escalating drama has the hypnotic, chilling effect of a horror film''BOOKSELLER (Editor''s Choice)

''I really LOVED this THRILLING, intriguing read that kept me glued to my seat! A fast page-turner... OMIGOSH! SO riveting, action-packed, THRILLING and exciting!... So many TWISTS and turns!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Would you commit a crime to save your family?Nicole had the perfect life, with her handsome surgeon husband Mark, their two young daughters and a beautiful big house.But everything changed when Mark suddenly left his job at the hospital six months ago. He''s distant. Keeping secrets. And they are out of money.Then Nicole gets a strange message:There is a million euros in your bank account. All you need to do is drive a car. Yes, or no?This would be the answer to her prayers. It would save her family. But who sent it? What do they really want from Nicole?And why hasn''t Mark come home?An absolutely addictive and gripping thriller with twists and turns you just won''t see coming. Fans of Lisa Jewell, TM Logan and CL Taylor will be hooked from the very first page. Everyone is gripped by One Perfect Stranger:''Pace, action, intrigue, mystery, dark secrets, relatable characters and an intricately woven plot. I devoured it in one weekend... Fantastic'' Andrea Mara''This thriller is like jumping into a moving car and going full speed!... It''s impossible to guess who was behind everything until the reveal, and then my jaw dropped! Whatever I expected, I didn''t expect that! The twist took me totally unprepared!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A tense, taut, pacy read'' Jane Corry ''Gripping and heart-pounding action thriller with a jaw-dropping twist!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Intense and twisting mystery that surprised me at every turn. Thrilling stuff!'' C.M. Ewan ''An absolutely thrilling ride. An edge of the seat book'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A suburban nightmare of secrets, lies and labyrinthine twists'' Catherine Kirwan

''Generation Zombie takes the research on phones and screens and, through the lens of psychological theory, translates it into practical advice parents can use today, whatever age of their child. A timely book - would recommend.'' Dr Tara Porter''A fantastic and valuable resource for all parents.'' Professor Matthew Sadlier Former President of Irish Medical Organisation''A must-read for anyone concerned about the impact of technology on children''s development and overall well-being.'' Dr Mo Qadri, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist''''A sobering and fascinating read.'' Stephanie Trower, Early Years Practitioner and mum of 4''I commend Charlotte for not sugar-coating the mess we find ourselves in now. Every parent needs to read this book.'' Dr Rebecca Foljambe, GP and founder of Health Professionals for Safer Screens''An absolute must for everyone who wants a better relationship with technology for themselves and their family.'' Arabella Skinner, Director of Safe Screens''It is never too late to make changes and put things right. If we recognise the problem of device use, we can regain control of our family''s health and allow our children to grow up as they should.'' Dr Charlotte ArmitageMany theories that form the bedrock of good parenting were created decades before devices even existed - they don''t consider the significant impact on a child''s psychological and physical development. The landscape of the early years has changed so quickly, yet parents and caregivers do not have access to the evidence-based, practical advice they need to manage this invasion of screens. They can see their children become addicted to devices, but don''t know what to do. Generation Zombie will fill this knowledge gap.Through her clinical work as a psychotherapist, work with schools and as a duty of care psychologist, Dr Charlotte Armitage has witnessed the terrifying impact of screen time on her clients and their families. However, unlike other addictions, the harmful consequences of devices are not widely recognised. With the vital insights in her book - including practical tips and engaging case studies - her mission is hopeful and empowering; to enable parents to make a positive change. Away from devices, you will be amazed how quickly you notice children''s behaviour change.

''Mrs MacBain, thank god it''s you.'' Without another word, he grabbed her arm and pulled her into the room, locking the door behind them. Mrs MacBain turned around, clearly offended at being manhandled, but then gasped, ''Is that blood?''Loch Down Abbey is full of guests for a Highland Ball. Including several uninvited members of the Inverkillen clan, the Abbey''s former residents. Housekeeper Mrs MacBain thinks her biggest challenge will be finding suitable rooms for everyone and keeping the peace at cocktail hour.Until the morning after the ball, when one of the guests is discovered inside the Abbey''s library - as dead as a doornail. Who would have had motive to want them dead? And how did they manage to commit their crime and escape while keeping the door locked from the inside? With an Abbey full of suspects and secrets, it is down to Mrs MacBain to catch the killer before they strike again...

The greatest adventure is coming back home.Lila Metcalfe is a trainee journalist in Derby and she''s very used to being given the stories that no one else wants. So, when her editor tells her that the city''s Cossington Park development is being held up by a solitary resident on Hope Street who is refusing to leave, she knows she is going to be the one sent to find out more. And that''s how she meets Connor.Twenty-something Connor is the sole resident of Hope Street and he is not at all what Lila is expecting. And he has a very clear reason not to move: he is waiting for his mum to come home.The uplifting and heartfelt new novel from the author of A Song of Me and You.''Moving, uplifting, unforgettable. Mike always writes from the heart and creates stories we fall in love with'' Lisa Jewell''Full of relatable characters and as Mike takes us on a journey through all their high and lows and we''re with them every step of the way . . . A wonderful story'' Ruth Hogan''Poignant. Powerful. Beautiful'' Milly Johnson''Funny, real and unexpected, a story that will keep you hooked to the very last page'' Alexandra PotterREADERS LOVE MIKE GAYLE''A heartwarming story of friendship, love and never giving up''''Wow what a book! His best work yet in my opinion. I absolutely fell in love with it from the first page''''I''m genuinely sad to have finished this book. Mike Gayle has written a beautiful, uplifting and personal novel filled with love, friendship, triumphs and trials and I know I will think about this book for a long time.''''Mike Gayle writes to our hearts and he does it better than anyone else I''ve read. I just want to live in his world forever.''

''A talented writer with much to say'' BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE''Witty and accessible'' ANGELA SAINI''A vital piece of work in our challenging times'' ROMA AGRAWAL''Stunning'' DAN HICKSWestern civilisation is a powerful brand, full of accepted wisdoms like ''knowledge is power'', ''time is money'', and ''justice is blind'' that we rarely question. Taking cues from Greek philosophy and honed in the Enlightenment, certain notions about humanity and society grew into the tenets many of us still live by today.But when we take a closer look at these ideas, it seems they''re not all they are cracked up to be. In fact, some of them are outright lies - and we can start to ask who really benefits from them. What is the value of a scientific worldview that conjured up ''race''? Are the Western concepts of ''saving'' and ''wasting'' time really the best ways to live? Who are our laws actually designed to serve? And the real question: is the West as civilised as it likes to think it is?

''Witty and wild''Harper''s Bazaar''A strange but uniquely beautiful concept of a love story that delves into care, compassion and what it is to be human''Stylist''This is a sharp, funny and poignant look at what it means to connect with another being, and yourself''Weike Wang, New York TimesA hilarious and moving debut novel about a young woman who decides to turn a sentient blob into her perfect man...Vi Liu''s life is a mess. Having dropped out of college, she''s stuck in a job she hates at a local hotel. Her ex-boyfriend has blocked her and she''s lashing out at her family and co-workers. One night, drunk outside a drag club, she stumbles across a mysterious sentient blob. She takes it home, where she feeds it a diet of sugary cereal and reality TV. Slowly, she realises that she can shape the blob into her perfect man: someone attentive, outgoing and with more than a passing resemblance to Ryan Gosling.But is Bob the blob really the answer to all her problems, or a catalyst for further disaster? Sharp, strange and very funny, BLOB is a delightful story about growing up, fucking up and learning how to be a real person.''Maggie Su''s debut novel is nothing if not surprising.''The Times *Book of the Month*''A modern-day Mrs. Caliban, BLOB is a book that looks at identity and desire in profoundly interesting ways''Kevin Wilson, author of Nothing to See Here''Just brilliant -- utterly original, charming and funny, weirdly real and really weird. I can''t stop thinking about this book and I''m telling everyone I know to read it''Kate Davies, author of In at the Deep End

Don''t miss the next instalment in the Maisie Cooper Mystery series, Murder at Sunny View. Available to pre-order now!Maisie Cooper is excited to have a change of scenery for the weekend in the heart of the Devonshire countryside. But it''s not all sunshine and blue skies at Sunny View guesthouse, as a suspicious death means Maisie has her hands full with a new investigation!Amateur sleuth Maisie Cooper had hoped for a peaceful weekend at Sunny View guesthouse, when she finds herself amidst another mystery. She had received a puzzling letter from owners of the guesthouse, Russell and Audrey, asking for her help. A shocking revelation has created tension amongst the residents in the small hamlet of Trout Leap, and Maisie has a reputation of problem solving... When the body of one of the villagers is found lying dead by the river, Maisie is convinced that this is more than just an accident. Maisie can''t help but feel that the murder is somehow connected to the ongoing mystery at Trout Leap. Is someone hiding something? Who would commit such a crime? And can Maisie crack the case, before the killer strikes again?

YOUR NEXT ROMANTASY BOOK-BINGE! PERFECT FOR FANS OF FOURTH WING!''BLOODY UNPUTDOWNABLE'' RACHEL VAN DYKENOne hundred years. Tens of thousands of gladiators. And today, only one will rise . . .Leith of Grey thought he had nothing to lose, that fighting in the gladiator arena was his last, best chance to save his dying sister. He was wrong - and they took everything. His hope. His freedom. His very humanity. All Leith has left is his battle-scarred, rage-fuelled body.Then Leith meets Maeve, an elven royal who is everything he despises. Until the alluring princess offers him the one thing he needs most: a way out.But in a kingdom built on secrets and lies, hope doesn''t come cheap.Nor will his revenge . . .READERS ARE LOVING IT:''Bloodguard was brutal, action packed and gory'' ?????''Must-read story for any romantasy lover'' ?????''Action packed with romance can''t ask for anything else'' ?????''Just enough spice ??? and a heck of a lot of drama, adventure action and suspense'' ?????''It was a combination of fantasy, trials, politics, and of course some romance'' ?????

THE BRAND NEW HEART-STOPPING THRILLER FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR On July 15, 1994, ten-year-old Ethan and his best friend Billy fell asleep together in their quiet New Jersey cul de sac. In the morning, Ethan woke up alone. The tent was sliced open, and Billy was gone, taken. He was never seen again. Thirty years later, Ethan has returned to Hemlock Circle, still desperate for answers. Who took Billy? Plagued by bad dreams and insomnia, he begins to notice strange things happening on the street under the cover of darkness. Someone is prowling the cul de sac when no one is awake to see them. Are they still out there? This isn't a bad neighourhood. These aren't bad people. What if they are?

''A bold, beautiful, sexy, full-throttle thriller: it is a gorgeous, creepy Gothic story for our times'' NICCI FRENCHOne of them has killed before.One of them will kill again.In the sweltering summer of 1997, straight-laced, straight-A student Karen met Biba - a bohemian and impossibly glamorous aspiring actress. A few months later, two people were dead and another had been sent to prison.Having stood by Rex as he served his sentence, Karen is now married to him with a daughter, Alice, who runs a vintage clothing company in London. They''re a normal family, as long as they don''t talk about the past, never mention the name Biba, and ignore Alice''s flashes of dark, dangerous fury.Karen has kept what really happened that summer of ''97 hidden deep inside her. Alice is keeping secrets of her own. But when anonymous notes begin to arrive at Alice''s shop, it seems the past is about to catch up with them all ...''Delivers a white-knuckle ride as a murky past creeps up on the present. I don''t think I took a breath until I found myself screaming my way through the crescendo'' ALICE SLATER''I love an Erin Kelly book! The worlds she creates are so rich and alive'' JANE FALLON''When it comes to deeply involving, twisty thrillers, Erin Kelly is in a league of her own. Possibly the finest thriller you''ll read all year'' CHARLOTTE PHILBY''Quite simply one of the best crime writers around. The House of Mirrors is a totally absorbing story of family secrets, omissions and outright lies, with unforgettable characters and settings. It is impeccably plotted down to the very last line. I loved it'' JANE CASEY

?''A storytelling star is born''? TRACY CHEVALIER?''A novel that will stay with you''? CECILE PIN?''Devastating, beautiful and extraordinary''? JESSICA GEORGE?''Magnificent . . . I implore you to read it''? CHRIS WHITAKER?''I''ll never forget this book''? JESSAMINE CHANMalaysia, 1945. As WW2 rages, will a mother''s choice affect her children forever?British Malaya, 1930sDiscontented housewife Cecily is seduced by Japanese general Fujiwara and the glorious future he is promising for ''independent'' Malaya, free from British colonialism. As she becomes further embedded as his own personal spy, she unwittingly alters the fate of her country by welcoming in a punishing form of dictatorship under the Japanese in WWII.Japanese-occupied Malaya, 1945Cecily and her family are barely surviving. Her children, Jujube, Abel and Jasmin, are surrounded by threat, and look to their mother to keep them safe. But she can''t tell them about the part she played in the war - and she doesn''t know how to protect them.Can Cecily face up to her past to save her children? Or is it already too late?READERS ARE LOVING THE STORM WE MADE:''A heartbreaking read that I cannot get out of my head or my heart'' ?????''This is not a book to be missed'' ?????''An absolutely exceptional book that will never leave me''?????''Vanessa Chan has given us a masterpiece'' ?????''Gripping, vivid and moving'' ?????''A deeply emotional read, at times painfully so'' ?????''Shows a different side to the conflict and emotions of WWII. Beautifully written'' ?????''A powerful and moving debut'' ?????

London, October 1940. As German bombers increase their nightly raids on the capital, the Blitz Girls must be braver than ever to protect innocent lives and keep the fight against Hitler alive.Dot, encouraged by her friends, is finding her independence and takes a full-time role as an ARP warden. As she finds new courage in the blackouts, her past might still be lurking in the shadows...Peggy makes it her mission to help children caught up in the bombing find safety at her parents'' large house in the country. When she returns home, however, she realises her own family need her more than ever. But can she leave her friends in the line of fire?Vivian spends every moment not behind the wheel of her ambulance at the bedside of the man she loves, helping him recover from a terrible crash while defending the British skies. When she is torn between his hospital ward and the site of the latest blast, she faces a heartbreaking choice.As each night becomes more dangerous for the Blitz Girls, will they have the strength to help each other through and keep the light alive in the darkness?

Is the Holy Spirit at work in your life? Are you longing for an authentic experience of his presence and power? In his latest book, The Familiar Stranger, Tyler Staton draws on Scripture, tradition, and ancient spiritual practices to help you step into a genuine relationship with the Holy Spirit and discover a fully alive spirituality. Staton re-introduces this oft-neglected person of the Trinity, tracing the story of the Holy Spirit as it unfolds throughout the Bible, and inviting believers to close the gap between what Scripture reveals about the Holy Spirit and their lived experience. The Familiar Stranger will challenge, inform and encourage Jesus-followers from every background to become more deeply acquainted with the person and work of the Holy Spirit - and experience his transformative, life-giving power in their lives.

''So good! Warm and funny, and I was rooting for Robyn from the very first page'' MILLY JOHNSON''Funny, perceptive and oh-so-relatable, Robyn''s reluctant mission to clean up her world is full of laughs and also some heart-twisting surprises'' ALEXANDRA POTTER''A funny, relatable read with some surprise twists'' STYLISTSisters Cleo and Robyn may be close in age but their attitudes to life could not be further apart. While Cleo''s a fully-fledged adult with a family, a business and a signature scent, Robyn is still waiting for the instruction manual to Adult Life and success is keeping her houseplant alive. But then Robyn''s fired from her job as an estate agent in the most publicly humiliating way imaginable - and her chaos catches up with her.Although Cleo steps in to give Robyn a temporary job in her cleaning firm, it comes with very firm instructions: Robyn must BEHAVE RESPONSIBLY. And that includes meeting the high standards of Jim, her enigmatic supervisor. But when Robyn learns to navigate the catastrophic kitchens and judgemental dogs of total strangers she learns some unexpected truths about her own messy world. No one''s life is spotless...Readers are loving IRRESPONSIBLE ADULT too:''Absolutely fabulous! Devoured this in one day!''''I love a good sister novel and this one hit all the right boxes''''Warm, genuinely laugh out loud funny, surprisingly emotional, and populated by wonderful, likeable characters''''Oh my goodness, I loved this book and ended up reading into the night to finish it''

**THE BOOK FOR EVERY WOMAN YOU KNOW****THE SUNDAY TIMES STYLE: BOOKS OF 2025**THEY''RE THE BEST OF FRIENDS. OR SO THEY SAY...? ''Brilliant: so funny, so sad, so scary'' Jacqueline Wilson?? ''It will resonate for all women, and it''s so much fun'' Marian Keyes ?? ''Part whodunnit, part dark take-down of motherhood'' Gillian McAllister?? ''Compelling, thought-provoking, unputdownable'' Sarah Turner ??''Funny and clever'' Fearne Cotton?? ''Universally empowering'' Kate Sawyer?Is being a mother the most defining role a woman can have?Nicki, Lauren, Charlotte and Steffi have been friends since university. Now in their thirties, life is pulling them in different directions, and motherhood is at the forefront of their minds. But when Charlotte organises a baby shower for Nicki on a swelteringly hot summer''s day, it changes their friendship group forever.In the aftermath, each woman has a different view on what happened that day - but the truth will shock everyone. Even you.Razor-sharp, funny, truthful and utterly gripping, So Thrilled For You is a novel for women and about women. It will start conversations and change expectations.BIG LITTLE LIES meets EXPECTATION in the incredible new novel from Holly Bourne - it''s the book you''ll want to read three times, then give to every woman in your life.''One to gift to all your friends'' ELLE